Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LANGUAGES
CARE ABOUT
Development Plan
Timeline
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Zulqarnain Sadiq

Zulqarnain Sadiq

Lahore

Summary

Experienced Country Manager with a proven track record in strategic risk management, ESG compliance, and continuous improvement. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring regulatory compliance across diverse industries. Ready to leverage leadership and technical expertise to enhance quality, safety, and environmental initiatives in alignment with organizational goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Country Manager- QA/HSE

DSV Global Transport & Logistics
08.2022 - Current
  • Oversee QHSE compliance for warehouse, logistics, and coal operations, ensuring nationwide adherence to safety standards
  • Develop and enforce safety programs across warehouse, road, and coal operations, ensuring risk mitigation in high-exposure environments
  • Maintain contractor and supplier QHSE compliance via audits, training, and ongoing performance checks
  • Manage incident investigation and root cause analysis, delivering corrective action plans that minimize repeat occurrences and improve operational safety.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards, enhancing system effectiveness across all logistics functions.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of QHSE policies into daily operations, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
  • Utilize data-driven insights and digital QHSE platforms to monitor KPIs, report trends, and support strategic decision-making for risk reduction and operational excellence.
  • Led the implementation of a digital QHSE management platform, enabling real-time incident reporting, automated KPI tracking, and reducing manual documentation efforts by 60% without incurring the cost.

National Manager QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Standardized a unified QHSE model for all sites, achieving 100% ISO compliance and cutting audit non-conformities by 70%.
  • Reduced transport incidents by 45% and fuel wastage through telematics and defensive driving programs nationwide.
  • Deployed a digital QHSE platform for real-time reporting, enabling 60% faster closure of non-conformities across logistics hubs.
  • Established a national audit protocol for suppliers, boosting third-party safety compliance from 55% to 92% in one year.
  • Implemented sustainability initiatives like returnable packaging and fuel-efficient routing, reducing carbon footprint by 30%.

Manager QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Achieved Zero Lost Time Injury (LTI) Milestone: Led region-wide behavior-based safety programs and safety leadership training, achieving 1 million man-hours without LTI.
  • Integrated QHSE Management Systems: Unified ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 systems into a single integrated platform, reducing audit preparation time by 40% and ensuring consistent compliance across departments.
  • Strengthened Emergency Preparedness: Conducted full-scale emergency drills and developed response plans across all sites, improving response time and audit readiness, validated through third-party mock drill assessments.
  • Improved Quality KPIs: Introduced root cause analysis (RCA) methodology and quality gate inspections, reducing customer complaints and internal rework by 35% within one year.
  • Built a Data-Driven QHSE Culture: Deployed a digital QHSE dashboard with real-time tracking of incidents, near misses, and leading indicators, enabling leadership decision-making and increasing workforce reporting by 60%.

AM QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Led ISO System Implementation & Certification: Successfully implemented ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 management systems, leading to certification with zero major non-conformities in the external audit.
  • Reduced Incident Rate: Introduced a proactive hazard reporting and toolbox talk program, resulting in a 40% decrease in recordable incidents over 12 months.
  • Enhanced Vendor HSE Compliance: Developed a contractor evaluation and onboarding checklist, improving vendor compliance rate by 60% within the first year.
  • Strengthened Environmental Performance: Initiated waste segregation and resource conservation practices, achieving a 25% reduction in general waste disposal and improving audit scores for environmental compliance.

Executive QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2012 - 12.2014
  • Assisted in IMS Internal Audits: Supported documentation reviews and audit preparations, contributing to successful closure of non-conformities and improving overall audit readiness.
  • Initiated Basic Risk Assessments: Conducted initial workplace hazard observations and helped implement control measures, leading to a noticeable reduction in minor incidents within 3 months.
  • Improved Compliance Recordkeeping: Developed and maintained QHSE logs (e.g., PPE issuance, incident reports, training attendance), ensuring accurate data for reporting and enhancing regulatory compliance visibility.

Warehouse Associate

Agility Logistics
08.2008 - 12.2011
  • Supported Timely Order Fulfillment: Assisted in organizing and preparing customer orders, contributing to a 95% on-time shipment rate during peak periods.
  • Maintained Clean and Safe Work Area: Consistently followed housekeeping and basic safety protocols, helping reduce minor handling incidents and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Education

BS - Management

Virtual University
03.2021

Skills

  • Strategic QHSE Management
  • ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 compliance
  • Safety Risk Management
  • Incident Investigation
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Safety Inspections & Internal Audit
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • KPI Performance Monitoring
  • Training & Development
  • Legal Compliance
  • Supplier Audits
  • Emergency Response
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Customer Satisfaction-NPS

Certification

  • Pharma Quality Lead, DSV Global Transport & Logistics
  • Fire Safety, Messi International
  • First Aid, PRCS
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, IMC
  • Lead Auditor- ISO 9001, IRCA
  • Dangerous Goods Competent Person, DSV Global Transport & Logistics
  • Occupational Health & Safety Officer, PITAC Federal Institute
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, IMC
  • Project Management Professional, IMC

LANGUAGES

English - Conversational
Urdu - Advanced

CARE ABOUT

  • 1. Visionary Leadership
  • 2. QHSE Culture
  • 3. Risk Reduction
  • 4. Continuous Improvement

Development Plan

Current : Timeline:30-10-2025


  • Enrolled in NEBOSH IGC
  • Enrolled in IOSH Managing Safely
  • Enrolled in OSHA 30 Hours- General Industry


Future  : Timeline: 30-10-2026


  • NEBOSH International Diploma- Level 6
  • CMIOSH
  • NVQ Level 7 Certification



Timeline

Country Manager- QA/HSE

DSV Global Transport & Logistics
08.2022 - Current

National Manager QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2020 - 07.2022

Manager QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2016 - 12.2019

AM QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2015 - 12.2015

Executive QA/HSE

Agility Logistics
01.2012 - 12.2014

Warehouse Associate

Agility Logistics
08.2008 - 12.2011

BS - Management

Virtual University
Zulqarnain Sadiq